Definition & Meaning of "despotic"in English

despotic

belonging to or having the characteristics of a despot

Grammatical Information

Composition

Compound

relational

Superlative

most despotic

Comparative

more despotic

gradable

domain

politics, leadership, behavior

having absolute power over people and using it unfairly

Examples

Despotic regimes often prioritize control over the well-being of the citizens, leading to widespread unrest.

ruled by or characteristic of a despot

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